Taekwon-Do International

Mr. Tommy Merritt has been accused of very serious crimes involving long-term sexual misconduct toward his minor students. The following links are recent news reports on the indictments and court proceedings: http://www.9wsyr.com/news/local/story/Two-men-claim-martial-arts-instructor-sexually/_maL4HMP5kSEBhys9PxZ4g.cspx http://www.cbs6albany.com/news/martial-1277601-merritt-fulton.html I find his admissions in those reports reprehensible. Although he has not yet been convicted under our legal system, his public statements [...]

TAEKWON-DO INTERNATIONAL PRESS RELEASE Master John Meany, head instructor at S.J. Kim’s Taekwon-Do under Taekwon-Do International President Grandmaster Suk Jun Kim, and Master James Marr, owner of Glen Ridge Taekwon-do, were both recently promoted to the level of 6th Dan Black Belt. Before a panel of judges and a crowd of fellow practitioners, the two [...]

I always hope that my students will eventually elevate their practice beyond the execution of the techniques I have tought them. Technique is important; however, it is just a baseline or starting point. I have been known to tell students to practice a certain technique 1,000 times a day. After a few months of this [...]

For immediate release New York, NY, USA Taekwon-Do International is very proud to welcome 9th Dan Grandmaster Dato’ Dr. Sabree Salleh to the union effective January 1, 2010. Recognized worldwide for his generous contributions to Taekwon-Do and it’s popularity, Grandmaster Sabree Salleh recently chose to join the union due to his long standing relationship with [...]

National Champions from the Columbus Academy are Austin Svehla (Junior Boys ) Front row 4th from right. Janelle Krings (Junior Girls) 2nd row 5th from right. Taylor Brooks (Men’s 2nd Degree) Back row 4th from right. Shown are the Gold, Silver and Bronze medal finalists from among over 160 black belts who competed in Alliance [...]

On November 14, 2009, Grandmaster SJ Kim will host an intra-school championship at his dojang in New York City.  All active Taekwon-Do International members are invited to compete. 2182 Broadway @77th Street, New York, NY 10024 Entry fees for 1, 2 or 3 events are: $60 for all adults and children $40 for all college [...]

On October 16, 2009, the President of Taekwon-Do International, Grandmaster Suk Jun Kim, announced the promotion of Grandmaster Thomas W. Welsh to the rank of 9th Dan. “Grandmaster Welsh has dedicated much of his life to the true purpose of Taekwon-Do”, said Grandmaster Kim.  “His leadership and commitment to teaching the traditional values of Taekwon-Do [...]

For immediate release: Vice President, Grandmaster Ken Brooks and Master Jean Brooks of American Taekwondo and Hapkido Academy are hosting the 2009 Mid-America Tournament Alliance National Black Belt Finals & Awards. The Tournament will take place at Columbus Public High School, 2200 28th St (Northeast Parking Lot Entrance) in Columbus, Nebraska. Competitions in Forms and [...]

If you have Microsoft Excel on your computer, you might find this template handy. By simply changing the year in the top of the spreadsheet, all of the dates will adjust themselves. This template is a one page calendar for the entire year. Use different colors to document the days of the year when you [...]

Experience level:  Recommended for Green belt and above Curriculum target:  Sparring Core skills developed:  Rapid counter-attack, self-control, awareness of the opponent’s movements Tenets reinforced:  Courtesy, Indomitable spirit, Self-control Equipment needed:  Hogu/Chest guard Partners:  Students work in pairs Description: Students wear protective chest guards and form two lines facing each other.  Students alternate turns as attacker [...]